Art on the Rocks

The Eclectic Art Work of Linda Roe Having founded an annual art tour in Burlington, when Linda and Peter moved to Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, they co-founded Art In Action - Lunenburg. For the last seven years she has given art lessons to the residents of the Veteran Unit at Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. A member of the Lunenburg Art Society, Linda has sold her art internationally and one of her paintings hangs in the Ontario Legislative Library. Now in Blue Rocks, Linda gives…

Folk art is the personal artistic expression of people who are untrained in the principles and techniques of professional academic art. It is work based on imaginative skill. These artists are generally self taught, visionary and intuitive. By appointment only. Civic Address: 17 The Lane, Blue Rocks, NS Facebook

At Pleasant Paddling they believe that Blue Rocks has some of the best coastline in the world. Their goal is to show you that the way to explore Nova Scotia’s amazing shoreline is by sea kayak. This destination is calm and protected from the wind making it an excellent choice for a relaxing day on the water. They offer kayak rentals to give you a chance to explore on your own or you can reserve a spot on one of their tours. All skill levels are encouraged - from people who have never seen a…

Lunenburg Retreat is an Eco Tour Agency that operates out of Stonehurst, Nova Scotia.  Join us for a two- hour coastal tour in an expedition Zodiac. We'll talk about geology, marine life and Nova Scotia's rich history as we explore Tanner's Pass, Schooner's Cove, Heckman's Island and the back passage to Lunenburg.  Civic Address: 29 Tanner Rd, Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0

Blue Hog Gallery is located in one of the most spectacular settings — an area well known to artists who want to capture the essence of Nova Scotia. They are in the heart of beautiful Blue Rocks, a coastal town located just down the road from the Town of Lunenburg (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Blue Hog Gallery is one of the first properties you come across when entering Blue Rocks, and they recently celebrated 10 years of operation in 2023! The studio and gallery itself is a landmark property…

A small village about a six minute drive from the Town of Lunenburg. The little community of Blue Rocks is advertised as “Lunenburg’s answer to Peggy’s Cove”. Still a working fishing village with blue slate rocks on the edge of the ocean making it an artisan and photographers muse. The fish shack sitting in the water is the most photographed building in the county. Trip Advisor

A 10 km trail along the “Lunenburg Spur” that connects the Towns of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. Also a short 1 km section from the end of the Back Harbour Trail in Lunenburg to Garden Lots. Access includes hikers, bicycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, skies, and horses. Parking is available at access points along the trail.

Located in Garden Lots, Sawpit Park is a waterfront area that allows water access to Lunenburg’s Back Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean. The park has a boat launch, picnic and parking areas, benches, a privy and a wharf that you can walk out on. The wharf at Sawpit is for “day-use” and short term berthing. For any overnight use, the owner(s) of a vessel must apply to the Municipality for a permit allowing the vessel to be left at Sawpit Wharf for up to 48 hours.